- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Music director
- Vidyasagar
- Movie name
- Priyam
- Movie release year
- 1996
- Lyrics added on
- 5 Oct 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song from the film Priyam (1996) is a energetic romantic duet exploring the elemental and unstoppable nature of love. The lyrics trace love back to human origin—the fire ignited by Adam and Eve—and portray it as an irresistible force that transcends borders, time, and physical limitations. Through vivid metaphors like fire, floods, camels in deserts, and sparrows overcoming walls, the lovers express their unwavering commitment to love regardless of whether it brings sweet warmth or bitter conflict.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor / Simile (Uvamai)
“Kadhal enbathu theeyai pola / Kadhal enbathu vellam pola”
Compares love to fire, a flood, a workshop, and a camel to illustrate its untamed, resilient characteristics.
Alliteration (Moonaai)
“Kadhal enbathu kattarai pola / Kalangal desam paarppathillai”
Repetition of the initial consonant sound 'K' (Kadhal, Kalangal, Kadhal, Kelvi) creates a rhythmic, musical quality.
Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navitchi)
“Idhayam kadhal konduvittaal / Imayam kooda thavidupudi”
Exaggerates love's power by stating that even the Himalayas will turn to dust when love strikes the heart.
Anaphora / Repetition (Eretchu)
“Ullaththil Uravai vaarkkum neruppu / Unnaiyum ennaiyum eerkkum neruppu”
Repeated use of 'neruppu' (fire) at the end of consecutive phrases builds emotional crescendo and emphasizes the fiery intensity of love.
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Trivia
The soundtrack for Priyam (1996) was composed by Vidyasagar, featuring popular tracks like 'Adam Yaevaal Moottiya Neruppu'. The lyrics were penned by Vairamuthu, showcase his signature style of combining classical Tamil imagery with modern romantic fervor.
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